My thoughts on the Toyo Proxes 4
11-04-2006, 08:36 PM
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My thoughts on the Toyo Proxes 4
I got the tires put on Thursday morning.
The tire is extremely quiet and has a fairly firm sidewall. I still think the sidewall could be stiffer but it is not a soft sidewall by any stretch.
These tires stick fairly well and cruise very well on the highway. I drove about 400 miles today (crossed the 50k mark
) the tire performed well on the road. Steering response beats the snot out of the Nitto 450s that were on it and the sound level is soooo much better. The downside is now I hear just how much wind and road noise their is
I got the 225/45/17 just FYI.
Anyways thought I'd share my thoughts so far. We have a big road trip to wyoming in about 2 months that'll be the true test.
The tire is extremely quiet and has a fairly firm sidewall. I still think the sidewall could be stiffer but it is not a soft sidewall by any stretch.
These tires stick fairly well and cruise very well on the highway. I drove about 400 miles today (crossed the 50k mark
) the tire performed well on the road. Steering response beats the snot out of the Nitto 450s that were on it and the sound level is soooo much better. The downside is now I hear just how much wind and road noise their is I got the 225/45/17 just FYI.
Anyways thought I'd share my thoughts so far. We have a big road trip to wyoming in about 2 months that'll be the true test.
11-04-2006, 10:33 PM
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Cool! Thats what I wanted to hear. The reason is because I'm looking for a deal here on Long Island, NY for 2 cars. One for me and my friend. I'm looking for the stock size 225/50/17 but I see that you have the 225/45/17. Is there much of a difference there? Do you have any pics? Thanks!
Andy
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11-05-2006, 02:02 AM
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Originally Posted by illlojik
Kool. I've heard nothing but great reviews on the Proxes 4s. I'm in the market for some 225 45(or 40's) 18s. Hopefully I'll get a good deal somewhere.
how much are you looking to spend, and are you set on Proxes?
11-05-2006, 08:08 AM
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Originally Posted by Andrew
Cool! Thats what I wanted to hear. The reason is because I'm looking for a deal here on Long Island, NY for 2 cars. One for me and my friend. I'm looking for the stock size 225/50/17 but I see that you have the 225/45/17. Is there much of a difference there? Do you have any pics? Thanks!
Andy
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11-05-2006, 08:41 AM
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Originally Posted by 6SpeedTA95
The tire is extremely quiet and has a fairly firm sidewall. I still think the sidewall could be stiffer but it is not a soft sidewall by any stretch.
The downside is now I hear just how much wind and road noise their is
The downside is now I hear just how much wind and road noise their is
Dan
11-05-2006, 08:51 AM
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Originally Posted by !PrjctMax!
So are you saying that the tire is quiet and loud? Or that the tires are so quiet that you are now focused on the little annoying squeeks here and there in the cabin?
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11-05-2006, 10:53 AM
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I very much like the Proxes 4 that I run in the summer. My only complaint is that they now have 15K miles on them and are below 50% tread they are getting considerably louder. I suppose that happens with almost all high-performance tires and it's not a big deal, but thought I'd mention it.
Besides that, they have excellent dry and wet grip, almost never squeal on hard corners, and ride quality is very good, even with a 40-profile.
Besides that, they have excellent dry and wet grip, almost never squeal on hard corners, and ride quality is very good, even with a 40-profile.
11-05-2006, 03:58 PM
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Originally Posted by MorpheusZero
Look at his sig. He doesn't auto-x on the proxes 4s... 
11-05-2006, 04:14 PM
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Originally Posted by !PrjctMax!
lol if you could please show me where in his sig it says what tiers he uses for auto-xing then i'd be very grateful!
for the record, my autocross tires are Hankook RS-2 Z212s, shaved to 4/32"
the toyos are for street use only, April through November.
11-05-2006, 04:39 PM
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Originally Posted by 86maxima96
how much are you looking to spend, and are you set on Proxes?
Okay $500 since I guess they would be worth it performance/comfort/durability wise. Unless you know of anything what would provide maximum comfort with such a low profile (40 or 45).
11-05-2006, 04:40 PM
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Originally Posted by illlojik
Yeah I'm pretty much set on the Proxes. The cheapest I've seen all 4 for is 528. I was hoping not to spend more that $450 Okay $500 since I guess they would be worth it performance/comfort/durability wise. Unless you know of anything what would provide maximum comfort with such a low profile (40 or 45).
Okay $500 since I guess they would be worth it performance/comfort/durability wise. Unless you know of anything what would provide maximum comfort with such a low profile (40 or 45).
11-05-2006, 04:51 PM
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Since I'm trying to keep the comfort I'm deciding on 225 45 18.... or if I should just go with the 40 profile to prevent rubbing issues (Dropped on H-Techs). Then there's the width decision as to what looks better on 7.5 width rims. 225 or 235. 
I guess when it comes down to it, whatever is priced better and more comfortable.
I guess when it comes down to it, whatever is priced better and more comfortable.
11-05-2006, 06:12 PM
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Originally Posted by illlojik
Yeah I'm pretty much set on the Proxes. The cheapest I've seen all 4 for is 528. I was hoping not to spend more that $450 Okay $500 since I guess they would be worth it performance/comfort/durability wise. Unless you know of anything what would provide maximum comfort with such a low profile (40 or 45).
Okay $500 since I guess they would be worth it performance/comfort/durability wise. Unless you know of anything what would provide maximum comfort with such a low profile (40 or 45).
11-05-2006, 06:20 PM
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Originally Posted by RLW001
www.edgeracing.com has the Toyo Proxes 4 (225/45/17) for $93ea.
I've checked them out, decent prices.
11-06-2006, 12:58 AM
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Originally Posted by irish44j
in my sig it shows me in EP class...that means...I ain't using no all-season street tires for autocross
for the record, my autocross tires are Hankook RS-2 Z212s, shaved to 4/32"
the toyos are for street use only, April through November.
for the record, my autocross tires are Hankook RS-2 Z212s, shaved to 4/32"
the toyos are for street use only, April through November.
I guess that way is more of a chain of educated guesses, but still.
11-06-2006, 06:28 AM
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Originally Posted by irish44j
in my sig it shows me in EP class...that means...I ain't using no all-season street tires for autocross
for the record, my autocross tires are Hankook RS-2 Z212s, shaved to 4/32"
the toyos are for street use only, April through November.
for the record, my autocross tires are Hankook RS-2 Z212s, shaved to 4/32"
the toyos are for street use only, April through November.
Irish..Ive always wondered who that girl in your sig was, girlfriend? Whoever she is, definately mad hot. 
11-06-2006, 07:06 AM
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Originally Posted by Andrew
Cool! Thats what I wanted to hear. The reason is because I'm looking for a deal here on Long Island, NY for 2 cars. One for me and my friend. I'm looking for the stock size 225/50/17 but I see that you have the 225/45/17. Is there much of a difference there? Do you have any pics? Thanks!
Andy
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There seems to be a big difference in how that tire is made with 50-series and up vs. 45-series and under: 45-and-under gives you a great sidewall, but 50-and-over gives you nothing but mush.
Why not try 235/45/17?
11-06-2006, 07:12 AM
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Originally Posted by 04BlackMaxx
Irish..Ive always wondered who that girl in your sig was, girlfriend? Whoever she is, definately mad hot.
11-06-2006, 12:48 PM
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Originally Posted by d00df00d
11-06-2006, 07:29 PM
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Originally Posted by d00df00d
If what I've seen is any indication, don't get the 50 series tire.
There seems to be a big difference in how that tire is made with 50-series and up vs. 45-series and under: 45-and-under gives you a great sidewall, but 50-and-over gives you nothing but mush.
Why not try 235/45/17?
There seems to be a big difference in how that tire is made with 50-series and up vs. 45-series and under: 45-and-under gives you a great sidewall, but 50-and-over gives you nothing but mush.
Why not try 235/45/17?
Andy
11-06-2006, 07:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Andrew
Since I'm a noob with tires, can you please explain to me why get this size 235/45/17? I'm not looking to switch rims or anything, just tires. If this is a stable tire size, I'll go for it. Please explain why not the 50 series but 45 or 40. Thank you
Andy
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11-06-2006, 11:47 PM
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mixed review
I've got the Proxie 4's on my car during the summer 245/40-18s here to protect the rims better with the wider tire. I honestly don't think there all that they're cracked up to be, although I don't have anything to really compare them to on the Maxima. I just put a set of Conti' Winter's on and so far they seem to grip better than the Proxies. It just seemed like I could spin the Proxies too easily. Just my .02
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